Delaware Voting Rights: Gov. Matt Meyer signed the Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act, expanding state protections as Washington retreats, with ceremonies at Shiloh Baptist Church. Health Care Workforce: Meyer also signed bills to modernize pharmacy and dental hygienist practice and study a Delaware Healthcare Apprenticeship Degree Program to grow rural care pipelines. Community & Culture: Bethany Beach marks its 125th anniversary with Founders Day Weekend (Sept. 4–7) and free Bandstand concerts celebrating different eras of American music. Native Culture: Hudson Fields in Milton hosts the Nanticoke Indian Tribe’s 48th Annual Powwow Sept. 12–13, with grand entry, vendors, and family activities. Outdoor Life: DNREC will close the Griffith Lake boat ramp in Milford starting Aug. 17 through the end of 2027 for spillway reconstruction, with nearby ramps suggested. Workforce Training: Delaware’s Department of Labor opened its Workforce Pell application process, aiming to certify short-term programs for high-demand jobs. Local Business/Tech: Rippling sued AI security startup Runlayer in Delaware over alleged patent infringement, escalating a fast-moving AI workplace fight. Sports: Peabody’s girls soccer looks to rebound under new coach Katrina Silva, focused on rebuilding culture and scoring. Science & Weather: UD researchers are testing shark-mounted sensors to improve hurricane predictions. Education Access: DU’s internship stipend program highlights how paid support can keep unpaid internships within reach. Food Safety: After the Cyclospora outbreak, local Black farms are seeing more support as people seek trusted sources. Powerball: The jackpot keeps rolling, now nearing $1 billion after no one matched all six numbers.